Looking for things to do this weekend? Here are 5 suggestions to get you started.

The Howlin' Brothers at The Ark. This acoustic string trio from Tennessee has a repertoire that draws on a wide spectrum of traditional music, from country blues and gospel, to New Orleans jazz and bluegrass. Thursday at 8 p.m. at 316 S. Main in Ann Arbor. Tickets cost $15, available in advance at mutotix.com, theark.org, and 734-763-TKTS.

Solar System Tour at Gallup Park. Bring your bike, scooter or walking shoes and traverse the solar system, from the sun to Neptune, for free. This event features a model of the solar system, scaled to size and distance, along with awesome images and information at each station. The amazing voyage begins at Mitchell Field and stops near Dixboro Dam, but does not end. A cosmic perspective will be gained along the way, and further exploration is inevitable. This is a great opportunity to truly appreciate and understand the incredible distances of our tiny corner of the Universe. (Rain dates are June 7-8.) 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

"Interesting Drug" signing at Vault of Midnight. Local comics writer Shaun Manning and Comic Book Resources staff writer Dave Richards will discuss Manning's new graphic novel, a sci-fi thriller about an addictive drug that allows people to travel back in time to any point in their lives. Signing, followed by a free reception, with music spun by DJ Happenstance. Saturday at 7 p.m. at Vault of Midnight, 219 S. Main in Ann Arbor.

The Subdudes return to The Ark. This roots-rock, New Orleans-based band features gospel-flavored vocal harmonies, limber rhythmic verve, and blues- and country-inspired lyrical sensibility. Led by the songwriting duo of guitarist Tommy Malone and accordionist John Magnie, the band returns to the Ark for the 1st time in nearly 4 years with its complete original lineup. Saturday at 8 p.m. at 316 S. Main in Ann Arbor. Tickets cost $30, available in advance at mutotix.com, theark.org, and 734-763-TKTS.

Main Street Area Association's 29th annual Taste of Ann Arbor. Come downtown and savor bite-size tidbits of entrees and desserts from the kitchens of downtown restaurants and cafes. Also, on E. Liberty, preview the annual Ann Arbor District Library summer reading program with kids' activities, including hula hooping, sidewalk art, educational activities (led by U-M Exhibit Museum representatives) and more. Live music includes the Grand Rapids folk-rock trio Bennett, the local reggae band The Rolling Jays, Lansing singer-songwriter (and Nervous but Excited member) Kate Peterson, local indie pop-folk singer-songwriter Abigail Stauffer, Ypsilanti indie rock band Dave Menzo & the Cave of Wonders, and local alt-country singer-songwriter Chris DuPont. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Main St. in Ann Arbor, between William and Washington St. Admission is free; food prices will vary, purchased with tickets available for sale on-site.

Jenn McKee is an entertainment reporter for The Ann Arbor News. Reach her at jennmckee@mlive.com or 734-623-2546, and follow her on Twitter @jennmckee.